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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GEORGETOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF
GEORGETOWN TO WITHDRAW MEMBERSHIP FROM THE LONE
STAR RAIL DISTRICT.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Article 6550c-1, Section 2, Revised Civil Statutes, on November
22, 2005, the City of Georgetown elected to become a part of the Austin San Antonio
Intermunicipal Commuter Rail District, otherwise known as the Lone Star Rail District; and
WHEREAS, the City of Georgetown committed to paying an $annual membership fee of
49,500.00 for administrative expenses to participate as a Lone Star Rail District member; and
WHEREAS, the City of Georgetown is the steward of public tax dollars and is
responsible for the management of local public infrastructure projects; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the current economic climate and commitment to conservative
fiscal management, the City of Georgetown wishes to reallocate the disbursement of public
funds; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Georgetown hereby agrees to withdraw
from the membership of and participation in the Lone Star Rail District.
RESOLVED this 25 day of June, 2013
ATTEST: THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN:
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JJssi a Brettle By:Ge -ge Garver
Secretary Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Bridget Cha man J
Acting City Attorney
Resolution Number: d'7 Page l of 1
Description: Withdrawal from the Lone Star Rail District
Date Approved: June 25, 2013